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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – FreshfromDE | @FreshfromDE
FreshfromDE is a not your average rap artist. His approach to hip-hop is heavily based on personal lyrics that feel authentic and direct. As an artist, and as a person, he values hard work and perseverance as he goes on his quest to make a name for himself within the industry.
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – Alonzo Williams | @reallonzonwa
In this episode of PoPolitickin, we politick with Legendary artist, producer, and club owner, Alonzo “Lonzo” Williams. Known as the Godfather of West Coast Rap, Lonzo discusses his legacy in West Coast Hip Hop, his memoir and audio book “N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo”, and more.
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – Mo B. Dick @TheMoBDick
Mo B. Dick is a founding member of the production team The Medicine Men (formerly Beats by the Pound), which produced most of No Limit Records’ releases from 1995 to 1999. During his stint at No Limit Records, He not only produced tracks, but was also a featured artist on over a dozen songs.
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[Podcast] New Episode of @PoPolitickin feat Young Bleed @YoungBleed_
Welcome to another dope episode of PoPolitickin. In this edition, we politick with Baton Rouge, Louisiana hip hop artist Young Bleed.
Bleed discusses his time with No Limit Records, his connection to rappers Kevin Gates, Boosie BadAzz, and more.
Artist Spotlight – Shanell aka Snl
Shanell is the R&B voice of Young Money, plus a very talented writer having penned Lil Wayne‘s hit single “Prom Queen“. SnL has received a lot of praise from her boss Weezy on several occasions, even appearing on 4 separate tracks of his Gold certified Rebirth album.
Artist Spotlight – Bianca
BIANCA has been working intensely on, writing, crafting her sound and today releases her first official single: “Eyes On Me”. Born and raised in Los Angeles, the smile on her face is like the weather, always shining. Being sensual, funny yet edgy and raw, unafraid to be who she is, the whole essence of being your true self, is what her music is about. She aspires to transform all this warmth and lust for life despite the ups and downs, into extraordinary songs she’s putting together for her upcoming mixtape: Cool Kids Travel.
Artist Spotlight – Rasche Brown
In this episode, we are joined by retired pro wrestler Rasche “Skull Crusher” Brown. Hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rasche wrestled in the ROH, WCW, WWF, UWF, and many other organizations.
Artist Spotlight – Mehka talks The Color Green: Cash, Color and Cannabis
Produced by Mehka (Mecca) for Invisible Man Media, the film shines a light on the burgeoning cannabis industries in Atlanta, Washington D.C.,New York City, New Jersey and Boston,
Business Spotlight – Darius Allen, CEO, SIAM Smartphones
In this episode, we politick with the Founder and CEO of SIAM Smartphones Darius Allen.
Darius is an international business magnate, serial entrepreneur, successful investor; self help author, motivational speaker, and financial literacy activist. Darius also operates his own blog writing about his latest thoughts on business education, investing, and financial literacy.
Artist Spotlight – SharJ Music (Columbus, MS)
Born and raised in Columbus, MS, a new indie artist, LaShar, now known as SharJ Music, reflects the art of soulful music. She’s molded by musical influences such as Lauryn Hill, Jazmine Sullivan, Anita Baker, even Mississippi’s own Big K.R.I.T.
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight @MilanHightower
Welcome to another edition of PoPolitickin Artist Spotlight. In this episode we politick with Charlotte, NC songwriter Milan Hightower.
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[Video] Dillon & Diamond D – Feast | @DillonMaurer @diamondditc
Atlanta emcee Dillon Maurer & producer Diamond D present the music video for “Feast”, the lead single from Black Tie Affair, their collaboration EP out now featuring Dillon on rhymes and cuts and Diamond on beats. The EP features Dillon’s longtime collaborator Paten Locke (who also works frequently with Edan) plus support from Boog Brown, Alexa Lima on piano, Terminus Horns, Ben Hameen on guitar & DJ Harrison on Rhodes
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[Audio] Cool Nutz – Did It Twice ft Drae Steves | @CoolNutz @drae_steves
Portland artist Cool Nutz connects with one of the hottest street rappers in the city, Drae Steves for the banging single “Did It Twice.” Produced by J. Fresh, Nutz slows things down and explains what it took for him to get to the top of the food chain. “Did It Twice” plays out like two bosses sitting down for a power meeting, as Nutz and Dre both float over the beat with ease.
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[Video] Illspokinn & Zajazza – The New JC | @illspokinn @ZaJazza
Brooklyn-based emcee iLLspokinn presents the video for “The New JC”, a song from Vagabond Road, the collaboration EP between iLLspokinn and French DJ/producer ZaJazza (watch the music video for “Vagabond Road”). Raised in Taunton, Massachusetts by his Cape Verdean mother, iLLspokinn has collaborated with Sadat X (listen to “A New York Minute”) and Grammy award-winning vocalist Maya Azucena (listen to “Breathe”), and was named one of Rawkus’ 50 next important hip-hop artists as part of his band Spokinn Movement
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[Video] Neek Bucks – When I Lost It | @NEEK_BUCKS
Harlem’s Neek Bucks meets up on the court with director Benji Filmz for the “When I Lost It” freestyle visual. This song will appear on Bucks’ El Barrio mixtape, slated for rele
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[Video] Supawave Osbourne – Feels Official | @TheSupaWave
Brooklyn, New York emcee SupaWave Osbourne presents the TrifeDrew-directed music video for “Feels Official”, Osbourne’s new single produced by DJ Corbett. Representing Brooklyn’s Bushwick and Flatbush sections, SupaWave has collaborated with Copywrite, and has shared the stage with the likes of MF DOOM, Sean Price and Machine Gun Kelly
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[Video] M-Dot – Chrissy prod. by Buckwild | @mdotboston
‘Chrissy’ is the 7th video released off of “EgO anD The EneMy” (Disc 1 of the 2 part release). The Albums’ feature production by Hi-Tek, Large Professor, Marley Marl, Buckwild, Khrysis, M-Phazes, Marco Polo, 7L, !llmind, G Koop, J Rawls, Da Beatminerz, Snowgoons and MANY more…
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[Mixtape] Chow Mane – Mooncakes EP | @largechowmane @jigfnn @fnncollective
Bay Area-based hip-hop artist Chow Mane makes his debut with the release of his 6-track EP, Mooncakes. Executive Produced by Jordan Garrett and released through Forever New Nation with production from Hongye. Chow Mane delivers banger after banger on Mooncakes, touching on his experiences of growing up a Chinese American in the Bay Area and much more.
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[Video] M R$CH – Hawaii | @M_Riich
There’s still time left to enjoy the heat as M R$CH hits the beach for an abundance of relaxation with his “Hawaii” freestyle, directed by LouieKnows.
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[Audio] Neek Bucks – When I Lost It Freestyle | @NEEK_BUCKS
Neek Bucks takes on Kur’s hit single “When I Lost It” with a rousing freestyle. Look out for Neek Bucks’ new mixtape on 10/24, and EP coming soon!
[Podcast] Artist Spotlight @MilanHightower
Welcome to another edition of PoPolitickin Artist Spotlight. In this episode we politick with Charlotte, NC songwriter Milan Hightower.
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[Interview] Artist Spotlight – Marcel P. Black | @MarcelPBlack
Baton Rouge, Louisiana emcee Marcel P. Black presents “#FreeBLKPPL”, the new J-Filly produced single from Seven, his new album featuring MegaRan and Victoria Cross. Supastition, Substantial, Tef Poe, and Mr. Franklin a.k.a Kamikaze from Crooked Lettaz appeared on his 2016 album Cry Freedom
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[Interview] Artist Spotlight – Monk Mandino | @MonkMandino
California rapper and self-described “rap game Mark Twain” Monk Mandino presents his new single “If You Like It I Love It”. Produced by DamCold, the single is the duo’s introduction to a sub-genre they dub ‘HawaiI Bass’, which Monk calls “what you’d get if you mixed 2 Live Crew, Too Short and early Eminem”.
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – Mr 704 | @therealmr704
Marcus Frazier known to the Hip Hop Nation as Mr. 704 encompasses all things of his native Carolina. He has consistently served up a heavy dose of Southern Lyricism in the hip hop genre leading his city to become vastly known as a music contender.
Artist Spotlight – Mellah Nix | @mellahnix777
Born of a diverse background including Haitian, African Bantu, Chippewa, and Irish ancestry, Mellah Nix felt his true call to music at an early age, drawing influence from his blues-loving grandfather from Mississippi.
Artist Spotlight – Sir Hop | @sirhopatl
Born and raised in Atlanta, Sir Hop cut his teeth in rap music while attending Auburn University. During his six year stint in Alabama, he released two solo projects: Square One (2010) and Greed Or Ambition (2011).
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – Endz | @endzlgc
Beyond better judgement, Orange, CA is the unlikely home for on-the-rise emcee, Endz (Alan Navarro). Endz’ versatility and storytelling abilities recreate moments of life that enamor the audiences through harmonious melodies and gripping lyrics. His armory of styles has substantially grown throughout the years.
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – Nick Weaver | @thenickweaver
Nick started in his early teen years, making mixtapes in the northwest while being raised on everything from Tchaikovsky to The Cure. As he grows and evolves as an artist, his interest in all types of music continues to guide his vision. When asked about his influences, Weaver cites long time favorite acts such as LCD Soundsystem, Hot Chip, Helios, and Mogwai, as well as hip-hop legends like Nas, Royce Da 5’9″, Mobb Deep, and Eminem. Seeing the word “genre” as just a self-imposed boundary, Weaver treats each project as a way to further evolve his own art, one inspiration at a time.
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[Podcast] Author Spotlight – Young Rick | @rwyoungrick
Welcome to another edition of PoPolitickin. In this episode, we politick with former pimp turned author Young Rick. Young Rick has been featured in countless documentaries such Cross Country Pimpin, Best of Both World, and more. Rick stops by to discuss his new book...
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[Podcast] Artist Spotlight – Ms Proper | @MsProper
Ms Proper began writing at the age of eight under the influence of her poetic mother. After years of transforming her craft and exploring the recording process it wasn’t until 2005 that she began to take her career as a musician more seriously. With her heart into music, she created So Proper Entertainment and employed a roster of other talented artists in the Virginia area to whom she executive produced albums for.